I Am New to FBCG

Visiting a church can sometimes be a little overwhelming. If this is your first time as a guest, you may have lots of questions such as what time is service, is there praise & worship, where can I park, are there classes for children, etc. This section will give you all the details about what you can expect!

Inside FBCG

First Baptist Church of Glenarden is so much more than Sunday service. We are a Bible-believing, Bible teaching church that offers biblical instruction 7 days a week. With more than 100 ministries, there’s something for everyone at FBCG. We’re only as strong as everyone working together to advance God’s kingdom. So get connected, be connected and stay connected.

Who We Are

First Baptist Church of Glenarden has grown tremendously since its inception in 1917. This year we’re celebrating 95 years of ministry. What makes us tick is our love for Jesus and God’s people. The impact of our ministry reaches locally, nationally and internationally.

Messages + Media

Our mission is to develop dynamic disciples. You’ll find a number of resources to help you along your journey to becoming a follower of Jesus, from messages on CD and DVD and so much more! If you have questions to particular challenges in life, more than likely you’ll find the answer here.

One church ministering at three campuses describes FBCG! While ministry takes place at each campus, the buildings are as distinct as their architecture. The Worship Center, Ministry Center and Empowerment Center are located just 7 miles apart in Upper Marlboro and Landover, Md.

In the News

Design for the First Baptist Church of Glenarden Family Life Center – a multi-use facility measuring 63,200 square feet – has been completed and submitted to Prince George’s County for permit review.

The contemporary structure will provide three full basketball courts, along with a multi-functional stage, adjacent practice rooms and a walking track overhead. Like the Empowerment Center, the Family Life Center will be equipped with state-of-the-art heating/cooling systems, energy-efficient LED lighting and technology enhancements.

Preliminary discussions with contractors are underway and construction is expected to begin within the second quarter of 2015.

The Christmas story took an urban jazzy twist Saturday night at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden during a musical production titled “The Uncut Coming of Christ,” where the story of the birth of the Christ child was set on the “mean streets” of a big city.

From Joseph arguing with Mary about her sudden pregnancy, to the seedy hotel district where Jesus was born, the production was the vision of writer/director Joshua Jenkins, whose production was inspired by his work as a Prince George’s County police officer. Read More

SALT LAKE CITY — In order to accomplish great things, all people and perspectives are needed, a visiting pastor told local evangelical leaders."Unity does not mean uniformity. It does not mean that we all have to be the same. It does mean that we all need to be headed in the same direction," said the Rev. John Jenkins of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden in Maryland. Read More

A hush fell over the more than 2,000 parishioners at First Baptist Church of Glenarden as Nick Vujicic was lifted onto a table to preach during a recent 8 a.m. service.

The 29-year-old evangelist, based in California, was born without arms or legs because of a rare affliction called tetra-amelia syndrome.

“It was difficult as a child getting teased and bullied, feeling like I was the only one in pain,” Vujicic said, sharing a message about perseverance in the face of severe obstacles. “By the grace of God, I have a lot of people praying for me, loving me and caring for me.” Read More

For years, Roger Leonard served as a “corner man” for his brother, boxing champion Sugar Ray Leonard. During his brother’s bouts, Leonard helped with advice and strategy from the sideline so the legendary boxer could become the icon he is today.

On Friday evening, Leonard symbolically reprised his role as “corner man” in a boxing ring set up at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden, where he was part of a dramatized sparring session to show that Christian men often need someone to keep them from being “blinded by the Devil” in the match of life. Read More

Sporting a 100-pound lighter frame, “American Idol” veteran Ruben Studdard came with words of encouragement instead of music to the 21st Annual Health and Fitness Expo at the First Baptist Church of Glenarden on Saturday.

While Studdard offered a few bars of “Amazing Grace,” the R&B singer and realty TV star spent most of his time talking about his struggle to lose weight and his new life.

Studdard joined doctors, dentists, and a range of health care providers at the Upper Marlboro church. He along with a nutritionist, physical fitness expert and an energetic cook were on hand to show several thousand people that they can live a healthy lifestyle. Read More

Every Sunday, parishioners and passerby who visit the First Baptist Church of Glenarden can seek first aid at the church’s clinic, but the entire worship center became a hub for health education Saturday during the church’s 21st annual health expo.

More than 2,000 people attended this year’s expo, which featured more than 80 workshops, demonstrations, and health screenings as well as a keynote address from Ruben Studdard, American Idol winner and Biggest Loser contestant.

The moment the First Baptist Church of Glenarden opened its doors Friday night, nearly 3,000 teenagers rushed inside for a high-octane worship service.

Inside the Upper Marlboro mega-church, a large digital clock was at four minutes and counting down. When the numbers reached zero, the Christian go-go band Vertical exploded into view. Hundreds rushed the stage and the sanctuary was filled with spiritual music.